The Celtic Tree Calendar – following the lunar cycle

Celtic Tree Calendar information from ireland-calling.com

The Celtic Tree Calendar is based on the ogham alphabet and its association with trees.

It consists of 13 months, each 28 days long, following the lunar cycle, as Roman accounts have suggested the Druids did, with one extra day representing the 23rd December, the ‘Day of Creation’.

Each of the 13 months is represented by a tree together with its ogham letter.

Ogham, the mysterious language of the trees The Origins of the Ogham alphabet are still a mystery for many historians, but it is primarily thought to be an early form of the Irish written Language.

The calendar was conceived by the British poet and scholar Robert Graves. It was an idea put forward in his book The White Goddess, a historical grammar of poetic myth, first published in 1948.

The book focused on the mythology of Ireland, Britain, Europe and the Middle East, interpreting it in Grave’s individual and poetic style.

As historical accounts of ancient Druids are scarce, many of Graves’ ideas regarding the Celtic Tree Calendar were based on the works of Irish historian Ruaidhrí Ó Flaithbheartaigh, (Roderick O’Flaherty). Ó Flaithbheartaigh had published Ogygia in 1685, an elaborate history of Ireland that journeys back to the time of myths and legends and contains within it a chapter on understanding the ancient ogham alphabet.

Graves’ works may also have been influenced by the 14th century Book of Ballymote which contains a chapter on the ogham in which many varieties of the alphabet appear in the form of several diagrams thought to be used as secret codes.

Although the calendar is quite new in a historical sense, its influences lie within ancient Celtic mythology and folklore. It is a beautiful example of how modern spiritual beliefs and the customs of ancient times can be combined to form something enchanting.

More on Celtic trees folklore

Trees in Celtic Mythology

Apple – healing, youthfulness and rebirth

Ash – one Ireland’s sacred trees

Aspen – sacred Celtic whispering tree

Birch – the tree of birth

Blackthorn – sinister tree of the dark side

Elder – a tree sacred to the Celts

Gorse – symbol of love and fertility

Hawthorn – the fairy tree

Hazel – the tree at the world’s end

Heather – building block for Celts

Holly – guards against spirits and witchcraft

Ivy – symbol of strength and determination

Mistletoe – sacred plant of the sun god

Oak – king of the forest

Reed – introduction to Ogham

Rowan – the ‘lady of the mountains’

Scots Pine – the ‘pioneer’ plant’

June 9, 2023 Moon’s Current Phase

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious, you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else was born.

From MoonGiant.com

The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waning Gibbous. During this phase the Moon can be seen in the early morning daylight hours on the western horizon. This is the first phase after the Full Moon occurs. It lasts roughly 7 days with the Moon’s illumination growing smaller each day until the Moon becomes a Last Quarter Moon with an illumination of 50%. The average Moon rise for this phase is between 9pm and Midnight depending on the age of the phase. The moon rises later and later each night setting after sunrise in the morning.

Visit the June 2023 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase

The Waning Gibbous on June 9 has an illumination of 65%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On June 9 the Moon is 20.72 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 65%
Moon Age: 20.72 days
Moon Angle: 0.55
Moon Distance: 363,810.74 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,872,654.33 km

The 8 Lunar Phases

There are 8 lunar phases the Moon goes through in its 29.53 days lunar cycle. The 4 major Moon phases are Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter and Last Quarter. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. For more info on the Moon Cycle and on each phase check out Wikipedia Lunar Phase page.

Useful Moon Resources

June 8, 2023 Northern Hemisphere’s Planetary Positions

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Currentplanetarypositions.com

To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link  

For Your Local Time and Date 

Northwestern Hemisphere

This local time is in Los Angeles, California, USA

June 08, 2023
11:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM PDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:17 Gemini 54
Moon:23 Aquarius 16
Mercury:26 Taurus 10
Venus:03 Leo 10
Mars:11 Leo 10
Jupiter:05 Taurus 04
Saturn:07 Pisces 09
Uranus:20 Taurus 38
Neptune:27 Pisces 33
Pluto:00 Aquarius 02 Rx

True Lunar Node:03 Taurus 04 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:01 Taurus 47 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):16 Leo 58

Chiron:19 Aries 08
Ceres:27 Virgo 14
Pallas:15 Leo 54
Juno:22 Gemini 11
Vesta:24 Taurus 07

Eris:25 Aries 06

Fire:6
Earth:7
Air:4
Water:2
Cardinal:2
Fixed:12
Mutable:5

Northern Hemisphere

This local time is in Chicago, Illinois, USA

June 08, 2023
09:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:17 Gemini 49
Moon:22 Aquarius 04
Mercury:26 Taurus 03
Venus:03 Leo 06
Mars:11 Leo 07
Jupiter:05 Taurus 03
Saturn:07 Pisces 09
Uranus:20 Taurus 38
Neptune:27 Pisces 33
Pluto:00 Aquarius 03 Rx

True Lunar Node:03 Taurus 05 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:01 Taurus 47 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):16 Leo 57

Chiron:19 Aries 08
Ceres:27 Virgo 13
Pallas:15 Leo 52
Juno:22 Gemini 08
Vesta:24 Taurus 04

Eris:25 Aries 06

Fire:6
Earth:7
Air:4
Water:2
Cardinal:2
Fixed:12
Mutable:5

Northeastern Hemisphere

This local time is in Frankfurt, Germany, Europe

8 June 2023
02:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM CEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:17 Gemini 32
Moon:17 Aquarius 50
Mercury:25 Taurus 37
Venus:02 Leo 49
Mars:10 Leo 57
Jupiter:05 Taurus 00
Saturn:07 Pisces 09
Uranus:20 Taurus 37
Neptune:27 Pisces 33
Pluto:00 Aquarius 03 Rx

True Lunar Node:03 Taurus 06 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:01 Taurus 48 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):16 Leo 55

Chiron:19 Aries 07
Ceres:27 Virgo 10
Pallas:15 Leo 44
Juno:21 Gemini 58
Vesta:23 Taurus 57

Eris:25 Aries 06

Fire:6
Earth:7
Air:4
Water:2
Cardinal:2
Fixed:12
Mutable:5

June 9, 2023 Northern Hemisphere’s Planetary Positions

If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link

Currentplanetarypositions.com

To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link  

For Your Local Time and Date 

Northwestern Hemisphere

This local time is in Los Angeles, California, USA

June 09, 2023
11:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM PDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:18 Gemini 51
Moon:07 Pisces 36
Mercury:27 Taurus 41
Venus:04 Leo 05
Mars:11 Leo 45
Jupiter:05 Taurus 17
Saturn:07 Pisces 10
Uranus:20 Taurus 41
Neptune:27 Pisces 34
Pluto:00 Aquarius 01 Rx

True Lunar Node:03 Taurus 02 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:01 Taurus 44 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):17 Leo 04

Chiron:19 Aries 10
Ceres:27 Virgo 26
Pallas:16 Leo 20
Juno:22 Gemini 46
Vesta:24 Taurus 32

Eris:25 Aries 07

Fire:6
Earth:7
Air:3
Water:3
Cardinal:2
Fixed:11
Mutable:6

Northern Hemisphere

This local time is in Chicago, Illinois, USA

June 09, 2023
09:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:18 Gemini 46
Moon:06 Pisces 25
Mercury:27 Taurus 33
Venus:04 Leo 01
Mars:11 Leo 42
Jupiter:05 Taurus 16
Saturn:07 Pisces 10
Uranus:20 Taurus 41
Neptune:27 Pisces 34
Pluto:00 Aquarius 02 Rx

True Lunar Node:03 Taurus 02 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:01 Taurus 44 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):17 Leo 04

Chiron:19 Aries 10
Ceres:27 Virgo 25
Pallas:16 Leo 18
Juno:22 Gemini 43
Vesta:24 Taurus 30

Eris:25 Aries 07

Fire:6
Earth:7
Air:3
Water:3
Cardinal:2
Fixed:11
Mutable:6

Northeastern Hemisphere

This local time is in Frankfurt, Germany, Europe

9 June 2023
02:00 pm GMT 4:00 PM CEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:18 Gemini 30
Moon:02 Pisces 15
Mercury:27 Taurus 06
Venus:03 Leo 45
Mars:11 Leo 32
Jupiter:05 Taurus 12
Saturn:07 Pisces 09
Uranus:20 Taurus 40
Neptune:27 Pisces 34
Pluto:00 Aquarius 02 Rx

True Lunar Node:03 Taurus 03 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:01 Taurus 45 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):17 Leo 02

Chiron:19 Aries 09
Ceres:27 Virgo 22
Pallas:16 Leo 11
Juno:22 Gemini 33
Vesta:24 Taurus 23

Eris:25 Aries 06

Fire:6
Earth:7
Air:3
Water:3
Cardinal:2
Fixed:11
Mutable:6

June 9, 2023 Daily Horoscopes

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Moon Alert

After 6:30 AM EDT today (3:30 AM PDT) there are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Pisces.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This is an excellent day for you, especially financially speaking. You might see ways to boost your income, especially working behind the scenes. Meanwhile, research of some kind or the advice of someone older or more experienced might also help you to boost your wealth. Listen to what others have to say.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

This is an excellent day to schmooze with friends and members of groups. Listen to the advice of someone older or more experienced because what they say might influence you into changing your future goals. Group endeavors will be a positive experience today.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Today you make a fabulous impression on others because people see you as open, generous, wise and successful. (And affluent – even if you aren’t.) This is good because appearances are everything. Nevertheless, you might also feel scrutinized or restricted by authority figures today. Perhaps they cramp your style?

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

This is an excellent day to make travel plans. It’s also a wonderful day to study or finish a writing project or manuscript. You’re in a realistic frame of mind and yet, you also feel optimistic and hopeful. Plans for the future look doable, which is encouraging. Although you might feel cautious – take a chance.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Discussions about shared property, inheritances, taxes, debt and other red-tape issues (including insurance) will go well today because for starters, financial decisions will tend to favour you. In addition to which, authority figures will be supportive.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

This is a great day to schmooze. TGIF! Take a long lunch and enjoy time spent with others. Meet friends for Happy Hour. Enjoy group activities of any kind because they will be uplifting as well as informative and possibly, helpful in an instructive, practical way.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

This is a productive day for you. Work-related travel might be required but it will go favourably. Because you feel obligated to do something or finish tasks, do so because you will get the support from others you might not expect. Financial, practical and advice are all potential advantages for you today.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

This is a wonderful, playful, lighthearted day! Admittedly, children might be an increased responsibility. Nevertheless, enjoy social outings, sports events, the theatre and fun times with others. You might also benefit from practising a skill or talent.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

This is an excellent day for family discussions or a family gathering. You might be involved with a parent today, or legal ramifications related to family or real estate. Whatever happens, things are on a solid footing today; plus, people are happy to see each other.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Your communication skills today are excellent. This is why it’s a good day to wheel and deal with others. It’s also an excellent day to study, sell, market, act or teach. Your mind is serious and focused, but it is also positive, optimistic and upbeat. Good day for a short trip.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Business and commerce are favoured today. Whatever financial negotiations you enter into will be on solid ground now and in the future. Furthermore, financial matters will tend increase your opportunities for wealth in the future. Listen to the advice of someone.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Although you might feel a bit emotional today, it’s important to know that because the Moon is in your sign, you have a slight advantage over all the other signs. Use this! Discussions with others will be serious; nevertheless, they will ultimately benefit you or expand your world in some way. Travel is favoured.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor Johnny Depp (1963) shares your birthday today. You have a great zest for life. You are passionate and charismatic. You are also gentle. This year simplicity will be the key for you. Work to create solid foundations in your life. Explore martial arts or yoga. Stay grounded and levelheaded.

Click here for today’s or anyone’s birthday horoscope from thehoroscope.co

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Today you should be very careful to the interactions you are having with persons of the opposite sex. This is because someone might not have the righteous intentions with you and you might fall into an unexpected trap.

It might not be anything of great importance but you don’t need any troubles in your life now, not even small ones.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

This Friday it seems you will be all focused on your roots and on the place you are coming from. Maybe you will even have a trip to the place where you grew up.

The melancholy will be especially big for those who reside abroad from their original home. Maybe it’s a good time to reconnect with your family or long lost relatives to whom you haven’t spoken in a while.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Today is going to be quite a peaceful day in terms of changes and personal activities but those natives whom are establishing contacts abroad, whom are living abroad or purchasing something from abroad will have to deal with some minor troubles.

Nothing to worry about, just minor delays that might prompt them to change some of their plans.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

This Friday the center of interest for you changes in the direction of your love life. This is not necessarily a good thing because there isn’t everything to be all romantic and lovey gooey.

Some deep issues might surface, especially involving hidden feelings that can no longer stay hidden. These things will give you some headaches for the following days.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Maybe it’s time to focus more on the way you look and on your general health. It might not be a bad idea to start going to the gym or go buy yourself a whole new wardrobe.

Such changes will make you feel a lot better about yourself and even give you a sense of purpose for these days. However, you should double these changes with a great mood in order for them to work.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Everything you say or do the following days will have a great impact on your life. It might not define the outcome of something important but will teach you important lessons.

So make sure you don’t take any unnecessary risks or follow others ambitions. Be in charge with yourself completely and don’t ever abide by the rules you’ve already established.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You might find it hard to concentrate even to the most mundane of tasks today. Your friends might also contribute to a feeling of anxiety and uncertainty due to them making all kinds of jokes and propositions.

You should mind your own priorities and stay out of trouble. You should also avoid any nutritional excesses as well as smoke less.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Professionally speaking, it seems you are exactly where you need to be. Everything is going according to plan and even the apparent troubles you are having are just a way of making yourself work more efficiently.

You can be promised some unexpected news that will unravel some propositions and occasions you definitely don’t want to miss.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Your emotions are blooming today and this means you will be in touch with this sentimental side of yours for the whole day. You are able to broaden your horizon, talk about your feelings and in general get to know yourself better.

Not only the above but you also feel surrounded by a general sense of harmony and it seems that you will feel like everyone is supporting you.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

In the first part of the day you will be feeling all emotional and in need for affection. This means that you will be actively searching for the company of those around you that can offer you a general sense of security.

However, such a mood is temporary as by the end of the day you will have gained your confidence back and everything will get to normal.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Today all personal activities or activities that require a small number of people are positively influenced so this means you will be successful in your personal endeavors.

You should however try to be as diplomatic and restrained as possible because you never know when people you trusted and considered close could turn on you.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

It’s a great time for well established couples to make another step together and get things to the next level. It is also a great time for families to make important decisions and change things in the family dynamics.

In any case, try to talk with those around you, share with them your worries and fears and make sure you get them resolved.

Sorry But I Cannot Post Today

I am typing this trying not to cry to hard, so I don’t make too many typos. THis has not been proof read either. I thank you for letting me pour my heart out again in a safe place! I have been up since 1:30 AM CDT with only 4 hours of sleep. Dreamer’s back legs are getting worse, but the doctor changed her medication 2 days ago and we are hoping it makes a difference. This is the last thing to try before we send her in to her eternal sleep.

This morning when it was time to take all of our fur kids out it took her 6 tries to be able to stand up, she went down the four steps fine but I had to help her back up them. Which is better than Star who is afraid to go down the new safer stairs we put in on Tuesday afternoon. But to be fair to both of the ladies I had a hard time being able to stand and go down and up the stairs this morning too. It looks like only our brave, protective male Merlin, who scared a poor baby rabbit by barking at it, likes the new stairs or he just doesn’t give a dam as long as he can get to his favorite bathroom spot.

Today we will be installing a ramp outside for Dreamer and Star to use. As our Cleo is 14 years old and hesitant to jump down off the cough or go down and up the new stairs, I am pretty sure she will choose the ramp also.

The ramp we got was given to us by a couple whose Chihuahua crossed over a few months ago. We need to make a couple of small adjustments to it, but Big Dawg and I work great on home repair and improvement stuff as we found out installing the new stairs.

Please say a prayer or light a candle for whatever is best for Dreamer be it that the new medicine helps or it is time for her to cross to be free from pain and whatever age she enjoyed being the most.

If any of you ever want to talk or vent or scream or need a prayer said and/or a candle lit please contact me at ladybeltane@witchesofthecraft.com. I am not a licensed therapist but I am an ordained minister so anything you want to talk about goes no further than my listening to you. If it wasn’t for first my Coven Life family when my mom crossed and than you my wonderful WOTC family helping me through the last 4 years or so I don’t know what shape my mind, bod, or spirit would be in. Thank you are inaquetue words for what my heart feels in graitude to each one of you for followingWOTC and “listening” to me when I need to pour out my feelings in a safe place. I hope WOTC can become a place for us all to feel safe sharing our laughs, happiness, sadness, losses, and any other thing you might like to share with us.

MAY THE GODDESSES AND GODS KEEP YOU SAFE IN THEIR WARM BRACE AND CONTENT IN YOUR LIFE! iF YOU WOULD LIKE TO ACCEPT THEM I SEND EACH OF YOU A RAINBOW OF BLESSINGS FROM MY HEART TO YOURS.